Road trips from Queenstown
3 road trips that start in or near Queenstown, from 2 to 3 days, each with a stop-by-stop itinerary, distances and campsites along the way.
Things to do in…
Crown Range and Lake Wānaka to Cromwell
Classic American drives
Queenstown, Glenorchy and Arrowtown on Lake Wakatipu
Themed road trips
Along the Otago Central Rail Trail by road
| Route | Suggested days | Distance | Driving | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Range and Lake Wānaka to Cromwell | 2 | 150 km | 1 h 38 min | 11 |
| Queenstown, Glenorchy and Arrowtown on Lake Wakatipu | 3 | 147 km | 1 h 36 min | 11 |
| Along the Otago Central Rail Trail by road | 3 | 256 km | 2 h 48 min | 10 |
FAQs
What are the best road trips from Queenstown?
Popular routes starting in or near Queenstown: Crown Range and Lake Wānaka to Cromwell, Queenstown, Glenorchy and Arrowtown on Lake Wakatipu and Along the Otago Central Rail Trail by road.
Is there a short road trip from Queenstown?
The shortest is Crown Range and Lake Wānaka to Cromwell: 2 days, about 150 km.
What is the longest road trip from Queenstown?
The longest is Along the Otago Central Rail Trail by road: 3 days, about 256 km with 10 stops.